Creative Crafts

This is a 20 week course that fulfills one half of the art credit toward your graduation requirement. This course introduces the foundations of design as students investigate a variety of contemporary, historical, and multicultural crafts. We will explore the elements of art and the principles of design. Examples of activities that students will become involved in may include weaving, jewelry, mosaics, printmaking, etc.

Anyone willing to put forth good effort can get a good grade in art. Criteria for each project will be posted and students will know exactly what it takes to get an "A" for each assignment. Grades will be given on preliminary work, written reflections, final projects, notebooks and quizzes. Project due dates will be given for all projects assigned. It is your responsibility to turn work in on time. Ten points will be deducted from any project turned in within ten days after the due date. No project will be accepted after ten days resulting in a 0 for that project.

 

Supplies needed for the class: Please bring in a 3-ring binder with pockets and about 20 sheets of lined notebook paper, dividers, pink pearl eraser and pencils. These are to be left in class.

RULES: In order to make our class experiences the best for everyone in the room, we have rules in place. The consequences for breaking the rules are: 1. my detention after school 2. Failure to show up will receive a written referral to the principal. If the unacceptable behavior continues, this will result in a phone call home and administrative action. 

The rules are easy:

1. Listen attentively while others are talking.

2. Follow directions the first time they are given.

3. Show respect to people, for supplies and the environment at ALL times.

4. Come to class prepared.

5. Work productively, quietly and responsibly during the ENTIRE class period.

I am aware of what this course entails and what the student responsibilities are.           Please sign and return by________

Student Signature: __________________________________________________

Parent /Guardian Signature: _________________________________________